NEVADA http://nv.gov/ Click on this website for more information @ Nevada MAJOR CITIES: West Nevada Southeast Nevada Las Vegas Carson City, Reno Nevada – CLIMATE Nevada's climate is sunny and dry, with wide variation in daily temperatures. The normal daily temperature at Reno is 49°F (9°C), ranging from 32°F (0°C) in January to 69°F (21°C) in July. The all-time high, 125°F (52°C), was set at Laughlin on 29 June 1994; the record low, –50°F (–46°C), at San Jacinto on 8 January 1937. Nevada is the driest state in the US, with overall average annual precipitation (1971– 2000) of 7.5 in (19 cm) at Reno. Snowfall is abundant in the mountains, however, reaching 60 in (152 cm) a year on the highest peaks. CULTURAL ACTIVITIES http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g45963-Activities-oa30Las_Vegas_Nevada.html#TtD http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g45992-Activities-Reno_Nevada.html http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g45926-ActivitiesCarson_City_Nevada.html Click the site above for a full list of attractions for the major cities of Nevada • The Bellagio Fountains- Las Vegas, NV o • Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area- Las Vegas, NV o • This museum focuses on the rich natural and cultural heritage of the "Silver State." Visit to learn about local wildlife, see the bones of pre-historic creatures found in the area and the Ichthyosaur Shonisaurus popularis, Nevada's state fossil. Nevada State Railroad Museum- Carson City, NV o • The Mission of the River walk Merchants Association is to increase year-round traffic and business for River walk Merchants while creating and nurturing a vibrant and safe downtown district. To celebrate and support Reno’s diversity in the arts, its cultural and historic heritage and contribute to the growth, education and diversity of vital downtown shopping and entertainment for locals and visitors. Nevada State Museum- Carson City, NV o • Animal Ark is a wildlife sanctuary that inspires environmental stewardship through wildlife education. The Animal Ark provides a safe haven for injured and non-releasable wildlife. There are special events like Raptor adventures every spring, cheetah runs and wolf howls that each visitor can experience. Truckee River Walk- Reno, NV o • Visit the National Automobile Museum offers more than 224 vehicles on display; this museum contains one of the greatest car collections anywhere. Animal Ark- Reno, NV o • The Titanic Artifact Exhibition is an unprecedented opportunity to travel back in time and experience the wonder and tragedy of the world’s most famous oceanliner, Titanic. Viewed by more than 25 million people worldwide, the Exhibition is one of the highest attended in history. Over 250 authentic artifacts recovered from the wreck site of Titanic, as well as extensive recreations of some of the most famous rooms from the Ship, make this an educational and entertaining experience perfect for all ages. National Automobile Museum- Reno, NV o • Red Rock Canyon was designated as Nevada's first National Conservation Area. Red Rock Canyon is located 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip on Charleston Boulevard/State Route 159. The area is 195,819 acres and is visited by more than one million people each year. In marked contrast to a town geared to entertainment and gaming, Red Rock offers enticements of a different nature including a 13-mile scenic drive, more than 30 miles of hiking trails, rock climbing, horseback riding, mountain biking, road biking, picnic areas, nature observing and visitor center with exhibit rooms and a book store. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition- Las Vegas, NV o • The fountains put on their show -- wonderfully timed to music choreography -every 15 minutes or so after dark and last for a few minutes. It's very pretty and lasts for the duration of the song. Stay for many other songs, especially the Michael Jackson one. The water streams move in the Jackson way. Don't go on high wind day, not only you get wet, the show may be stopped for that reason. There is plenty to see at the Bellagio, so time your visit so that you can pick up at least two fountain displays. Train buffs will love this museum which features a diverse collection of photographs and artifacts that trace Nevada's railroad history. Highlights include a 19th-century rail equipment exhibit and five steam locomotives. Stewart Indian Cultural Center- Carson City, NV o Once a school that taught Native Americans how to get along in "the white man's world," this cultural center now houses a fascinating collection of Native American art including the work of photographer E.S. Curtis GROCERY SHOPPING Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market Whole Foods WinCo Foods Trader Joe’s Target Superstore Albertson’s Grocery http://lasvegasnv.usl.myareaguide.com/ypcyellow.html?searchType=KEYWORD&term=Grocery +Store&where=Las%20Vegas Click on this site for more grocery stores in Nevada. 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PHARMACIES Albertson’s Pharmacy Wal-Mart Superstore Target Superstore Walgreens K-Mart CVS Pharmacy http://www.rxlist.com/pharmacy/henderson-nv_pharmacies.htm Click here for locating other pharmacies in Nevada. POST OFFICES/SHIPPING http://www.postofficehours.net/state/NV.html Click here for more information http://local.fedex.com/nv/las-vegas/ Click here for more information https://www.ups.com/dropoff?loc=en_US Click here for more information TIME ZONES Pacific Time Zone – Nevada Current Local Time - Daylight Saving Time http://www.timetemperature.com/tzus/nevada_time_zone.shtml click here for more information MINIMUM WAGE State NV 2014 Minimum Wage 2014 Tipped Wage $8.25 $8.25 http://www.minimumwage.com/in-your-state/ Click here for more information COST OF LIVING IN NEVADA Cost of Living Las Vegas, NV United States Overall 94 100 Food 106 100 Utilities 93 100 Miscellaneous 106 100 Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Las Vegas, NV is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Las Vegas, NV is more expensive. Overall, Las Vegas, NV cost of living is 94.20. http://www.bestplaces.net/cost_of_living/city/nevada/las_vegas Click here for more information TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Reno Las Vegas Regional Transportation of Washoe County Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada http://www.apta.com/resources/links/unitedstates/Pages/NevadaTransitLinks.aspx#a6 click here for more information
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